New ZealandFlood waters recede but snow on horizonFlood waters in Canterbury and Otago have begun to recede as heavy rain eases, but there's no respite with snow forecast for tonight.26 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandKiwis urged to brace for weather bombHeavy rain and gales are expected to lash the main islands from tonight, with the MetService warning of one of the "bigger weather events" for some time.23 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandSevere gales, floods forecast for North IslandDon't put the umbrellas away just yet. A storm bringing more heavy rain and winds is on its way to parts of the North Island.21 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandFlood-hit families returning homeEvacuated families have begun returning to their homes after flooding in the Nelson region during the weekend.16 May 11:05 PM
New ZealandFamilies evacuated after flooding in NelsonHeavy rainfall has left families isolated in the Tapawera area, south-west of Nelson, with 20 households evacuated so far.16 May 06:20 AM
New ZealandQueenstown on flood watch as rain threatensForecast rain today is expected to raise the Lake Wakatipu level, but not beyond its peak, reassures Queenstown Lakes District Council.02 May 11:25 PM
New ZealandOutlook brighter for QueenstownLake Wakatipu's brimming water level rose no further overnight and dropped slightly today, easing the risk of flooding in Queenstown.01 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandQueenstown flood fears easeFull-to-the-brim Lake Wakatipu is likely to start dropping back tomorrow, but high winds could still push waves of water into the streets.01 May 12:44 AM
New ZealandFalling water levels ease flood riskRiver flow levels and a minimal rain forecast suggest Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu might only rise by a further 10cm.30 Apr 01:18 AM
New ZealandMore rain on the cards for QueenstownMore heavy rain is on the way for the Lake Wakatipu head waters before anything starts to improve.29 Apr 11:06 PM
New ZealandQueenstown expected to flood overnightQueenstown is preparing for the worst as the swollen Lake Wakatipu threatens to burst its banks and flood the CBD.29 Apr 05:26 AM
New ZealandDrought-stricken stock cause problems on Northland roadsNorthland's drought may be endangering motorists - and stock - as hungry farm animals go wandering for food and water.28 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandQueenstown braces for floodingQueenstown businesses are being warned to brace for potential flooding as more heavy rain is predicted over the next two days.28 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandRain not enough to quench Northland pasturesThe brief respite of rain for Northland farmers yesterday is not enough to quench the parched pastures.27 Apr 10:59 PM
New ZealandMore stranded trampers evacuatedMore stranded trampers will be flown out of flooded walking tracks a day after 120 were evacuated from the Milford Track.26 Apr 11:23 PM
New ZealandHuge rains swamp SouthTrampers were evacuated by air, phonelines cut and bridges washed out last night as the South Island was inundated by rain and flooding.26 Apr 04:00 PM
